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V-Boats:
Murphy67's 14ft Alumacraft Semi-V
Murphy67's Alumacraft Classic Deluxe project
wmrmurphy's 1991 16' Lund Rebel Special
Thomadgs's...

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I updated the list. If you have a project that is near completion and want it added to the master list, send me a PM. =D>

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Material Links for your conversion

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by Bugpac » 30 Jan 2010, 23:31
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All links good, enough for tonight. Finish the rest later.

Post up your special materials links and well make a complete list. Ill edit them and add...

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Metal Supermarkets
800 Atlanta South Parkway
Suite 150
Atlanta, Georgia 30349

( Forest Park area) other stores North Atlanta

Phone: (470) 615-...
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Jon boat and V boat conversions "Please read before posting"

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by Jim » 27 Jul 2007, 11:26

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Please add your Jon boat conversion in this section. The more Conversions we get, the more resourceful this will become for all new people trying to...

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Friendly reminder Guys and Gals, This section is for modification and conversion threads only , If you have a specific question about a thread posted...

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Sears 1436 Build

Last post by Drothgeb « 13 Sep 2019, 21:15
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by Drothgeb » 04 Sep 2019, 09:21

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I’ve been working on my boat for a while, just thought I’d post a few pics. It’s my dad’s 50 yr old Sears jon boat I’m setting up with a platform,...

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I got more done on boat this week. Bought batteries and a battery charger, then got started on wiring. Two group 29 batteries for power. Running 2...

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Last post by Drothgeb
13 Sep 2019, 21:15
Decking thats not wood

Last post by sdm111 « 13 Sep 2019, 15:41
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by sdm111 » 09 Sep 2019, 19:18
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I am about to deck some of my 1948 custom hull and was wondering whats out there to use to deck thats not wood? Maybe pvc sheeting? I want it to be...

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Ok just so i dont have to do it twice as i understand do a wood frame then i would guess glue the ftp to the frame. How does one go about getting...
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13 Sep 2019, 15:41
2075 commercial grade jon boat,

Last post by thedude « 13 Sep 2019, 11:45
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by czuniga08 » 14 Jan 2016, 17:50
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2075 path maker , best of my research comes up to a custom manufacturing company that builds airboats out of louisiana, This thing I built like a...

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Did you ever raise the console? Can't tell from pics. Looks like a great rig!

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Last post by thedude
13 Sep 2019, 11:45
14' JBoat Fixer Upper

Last post by 1960 yellowboat « 11 Sep 2019, 12:00
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by GAHunter » 30 Jul 2019, 19:49
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Hello Everyone, new around here! Just recently bought a 14'... not sure of the make/model, Jon Boat. Unfortunately I have yet to find a HIN.. it has...

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anything you can do to keep moisture off the wood is a good idea.
That and stainless bolts and nylon washers is the way to go.
Now e mail Jim and get...
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11 Sep 2019, 12:00
1989 Alumacraft Lunker LTD / 1990 Highway trailer

Tear down and restore of a new project

Last post by Pector55 « 10 Sep 2019, 21:52
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by Pector55 » 09 Sep 2019, 10:16

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I recently decided to sell my comfortable 2013 Apex Quest 716 fishing pontoon and pick up a project.

Goals: Most good fishing lakes in the area are...

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Day 4 - Evening, I addressed the bunks. The two on the sides were not mounted right to begin with and to top it off, one 2x4 was rotted. I decided...

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10 Sep 2019, 21:52
My 2nd boat project - 14ft Alumacraft Semi-V

Last post by murphy67 « 10 Sep 2019, 21:16
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by murphy67 » 05 Jun 2019, 11:26
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With spring finally making its way to Wisconsin, I have been able to at least get my 2nd boat project underway.

Thanks again/always to all the...

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adambriner,
One of the best changes to having the middle seat removed is, you dont have to crawl over a bench to go from driver to front seat, and it...
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10 Sep 2019, 21:16
1980 Bass Tracker II rebuild.

Last post by ckhenshaw4 « 09 Sep 2019, 11:58
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by ckhenshaw4 » 04 Mar 2018, 19:15
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Well, first time posting a build thread. I bought a 1980 Bass Tracker II at the end of last summer, and wanted to do some fishing with it before...

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Thank you. I'm very pleased with how it turned out.
Hopefully the boat will be as good.

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09 Sep 2019, 11:58
Bass Boat Conversion

Trying to convert my bass boat into a duck boat

Last post by brockpyle1 « 09 Sep 2019, 09:57
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by brockpyle1 » 06 Sep 2019, 12:46

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I have a Grumman 1752 aluminum bass boat that I would love to convert to a Duck Boat. Unfortunately i dont know where to start to get this process...

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If i take away from the front deck what do i have to do to make sure that Im not losing structure in the boat?

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09 Sep 2019, 09:57
Duracraft Bay Series

Last post by WesTex1 « 07 Sep 2019, 23:09
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by WesTex1 » 21 Feb 2019, 09:53
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Came across an 18” Duracraft Center Console a coworker of mine has and wondering if anyone knows much about this model. Boat has been sitting in his...

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Carbs rebuilt, new plugs, new fuel line, cleaned the fuel filter, and it fired right up within a couple seconds! Impeller was actually still pumping...
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07 Sep 2019, 23:09
Retired to the Pond

Last post by 86tuning « 07 Sep 2019, 20:12
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by coosa » 29 Aug 2019, 01:12

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Retired to the Pond

Not me, it's the old boat that is spending it's retirement years on my 4 acre pond. My dad bought this boat some time in the mid...

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There's plenty of memories in that old hull. Thanks for sharing!

- Brian

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Last post by 86tuning
07 Sep 2019, 20:12
12ft Sunray shallow v

Last post by FatChad « 05 Sep 2019, 20:22
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by FatChad » 19 Apr 2015, 23:00
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New to the site, been looking around and getting some great ideas for the 12ft 1988 Sunray I bought a couple weeks ago

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The front is more of a seat than a deck. Standing on the floor feels more stable than it did standing on the ribs, probably just because it's flat....
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05 Sep 2019, 20:22
79’ Alumacraft Lunker 16

Last post by WeedyMcStumps « 02 Sep 2019, 13:16
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by WeedyMcStumps » 12 Feb 2019, 22:16
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Hello everyone. This is my first build and I’ve been reading, planning, watching videos since July. The boat I grew up using was a trolling motor...

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Last post by WeedyMcStumps
02 Sep 2019, 13:16
1967 Fisher 14 Bateau Rebuild

Last post by Frawg « 01 Sep 2019, 13:10
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by Frawg » 27 Aug 2019, 19:01

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Picked up this 14' Fisher last weekend and plan to do a rebuild. This forum has been a great resource for me.

I am working on this with my 13 yo...

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Got the boat stripped out. Need to patch holes. Thinking about brazing and JB Weld Marine. I plan to gluvit the rivets and seams on the inside. Then...

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01 Sep 2019, 13:10
16 foot Duro Craft build

Last post by stomper « 01 Sep 2019, 07:28
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by stomper » 06 Jul 2019, 08:26

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I’ve had this boat for some time now and have finally decided to start the build process. It may be a slow build because I am only doing it in my...

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Thanks guys. It's great to get tips from someone who has experience with this before. I am on the fence with the bed line on the floor and casting...

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01 Sep 2019, 07:28
For Pappy

Last post by 1960 yellowboat « 29 Aug 2019, 07:09

by 1960 yellowboat » 29 Aug 2019, 07:09

HUNKER DOWN PAPPY! BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES CLOSE ALL WATERTIGHT DOORS!

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29 Aug 2019, 07:09
Tracker 1436 build

Last post by nvmycj « 28 Aug 2019, 14:33
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by nvmycj » 20 Jul 2019, 19:47

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When building a deck on the bow, how do you consider the leveling? Do you level it as your building? Or do you attempt to compensate for the sinking...

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thank you!

Sorry about the delayed reply. I'm not getting notifications of posts on my board.

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Last post by nvmycj
28 Aug 2019, 14:33
14' Mirrocraft Deep Fisherman rehab

Last post by DaleH « 28 Aug 2019, 12:23
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by nbw2019 » 27 Aug 2019, 23:25

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Came across this forum because I inherited my grand dad's '72 14' Mirrocraft Deep Fisherman. It's all original with Turquoise paint....

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The correct name is G-Flex 650 , it is a flexible epoxy, $20-$22 for the kit, and can usually be bought locally too. But LifeCaulk by BoatLife would...

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Last post by DaleH
28 Aug 2019, 12:23
1995 Grumman 1784 TC Complete Rebuild

Last post by dearl « 26 Aug 2019, 07:58
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by dearl » 05 Apr 2016, 09:19
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Been Looking for a good solid all aluminum Split windshield Hull to build for a while and came across this jewel last week. She's a little ruff to...

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Finishing up on the last boat jobs for this season. This has been by far the busiest repair season I've had In years. Finishing up a big 2072 SeaArk...
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26 Aug 2019, 07:58
Tiny Tinny

Last post by LDUBS « 22 Aug 2019, 10:27
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by 1960 yellowboat » 16 Aug 2019, 14:38

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I'm getting a 10 ft johnboat free.
I want to make it into a hand launchable lil boat for secluded water.
I want to mount wheels on the back so I can...

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I don't know why not. Every ramp i've been to would allow kayaks to be launched. Don't see a difference.

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Last post by LDUBS
22 Aug 2019, 10:27
2000 Tracker Pro Team 165

Last post by wcre777 « 21 Aug 2019, 15:33
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by sokmace » 22 Feb 2017, 13:28
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Specs:
2000 Tracker Pro Team 165
1996 Force 40ELPT 2 Stroke
Motor Guide Pro Series 43# Thrust

I got this boat about a year ago and have been mostly...

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Newbie 1st post. Thanks for the add. Your build looks great. Do you have any pictures of your rod locker finished? I have a 2004 PT 165 and looking...
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Last post by wcre777
21 Aug 2019, 15:33
Old Alumacraft 1236 backwater runner

Last post by Treeratsniper « 20 Aug 2019, 23:30

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Several years ago I picked up a used 1236 for $350.00 from a local small dealer. He had replaced the transom & repainted the hull (poorly). It had...

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20 Aug 2019, 23:30
Newbie: 1959 lone star

Introduce the money pit

Last post by LDUBS « 20 Aug 2019, 17:51
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by Cruiseliner59 » 15 Aug 2019, 12:15

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Hello all you broke bastards ( we own boats or money pits. Lol) New to the forum so I figured I'd say hi and introduce myself and my boat. It's a...

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Just be aware of the weight of that composite decking.

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Last post by LDUBS
20 Aug 2019, 17:51
14ft Trailorboat Klamath rebuild

Last post by The John « 20 Aug 2019, 17:48
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by The John » 14 May 2019, 10:36

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Hey everyone,
I am in the process of rebuilding my unknown year 14ft Trailorboat Klamath. The year is unknown as the HIN number is not present on...

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Some time has gone by and I thought I would update this thread.

I have cut new bench seat tops for the boat and painted them.

I had a welder weld...

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20 Aug 2019, 17:48
How I added decks, storage, and floor to Alumacraft 1442NCS

Last post by -CN- « 20 Aug 2019, 11:18
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by -CN- » 08 Jan 2017, 11:29
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This is my 2015 boat with Endura Max 55 electric motor. I fished it a few times to decide where I wanted everything to be. You know what these boats...

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A big GRINNING factor contributed to the saved weight is the speed I'm getting out of this F25 engine. The engine is stock. Boat is decked out as...
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20 Aug 2019, 11:18
1987 Pro 16 bass tracker rebuild

Last post by Slimcowboy1978 « 20 Aug 2019, 00:09
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I can’t resist this stuff, I have a new build to work on this winter. A lot of work ahead but she will be good as new.

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Coming out a head is a relative term. I can see the enjoyment aspect of it as that’s primarily why I want to do this. The money isn’t the reason at...
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20 Aug 2019, 00:09
1989 Spectrum 17' Center console Deep V

Last post by Kochy « 19 Aug 2019, 17:50
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by Kochy » 16 Aug 2019, 11:25

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Last year I bought this center console spectrum from a local auction near me, It ended up needing a motor since the head was cracked on the original...

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That is raystown lake in Pennsylvania, some pretty big fish in there haha

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Last post by Kochy
19 Aug 2019, 17:50
1950's Lone Star Corsair project

Last post by sss « 16 Aug 2019, 07:54
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by sss » 28 May 2019, 00:36
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My older brother gave me this boat 3 days ago. It's a Lone Star Corsair, not sure on the year but they quit making them in '57 according to what I...

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Thanks for chiming in. I did decide on the plywood, went with the oak, glued and screwed two pieces of 1/2” together with titebond III. Found a stack...
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16 Aug 2019, 07:54

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